A Calm Space to Understand Yourself
I'm Zulal Abanoz, a clinical psychologist helping adults work through anxiety, depression, relationships and life transitions — in English, online or in person.
"Therapy is not about becoming someone new — it's about finally meeting the person you already are."
Areas of Focus
Whatever brings you here, we'll start by understanding it together.
Anxiety & Stress
Constant worry, panic, racing thoughts or burnout — learn to calm the mind and reclaim your energy.
Depression & Low Mood
Loss of joy, motivation or meaning — gently rebuild a life that feels worth getting out of bed for.
Relationships & Attachment
Patterns in love, family and friendship — understand where they come from and how to change them.
Trauma & Life Transitions
Moving abroad, loss, endings and new beginnings — find your footing when the ground has shifted.
Your First Steps, Made Simple
Beginning therapy doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Here's exactly what to expect.
Reach Out
Send a short message through the contact form. Tell me as much or as little as you like — there are no wrong answers.
We Talk First
I'll reply within one business day to answer your questions and suggest a first session time that suits your schedule and time zone.
Your First Session
A calm 50-minute intake session where we explore what brings you to therapy and decide together how we might work.
Move at Your Pace
Weekly or bi-weekly sessions, online or in person. We review progress regularly and adapt as your needs evolve.
What Clients Say
Shared with permission, and carefully anonymized to protect confidentiality.
"Zulal helped me name feelings I'd been carrying silently for years. Every session felt safe, and I left with something practical each time."
"As someone living far from home, finding an English-speaking therapist in Türkiye was a relief. The video sessions are as personal as in-person."
"I came for anxiety and stayed for the self-understanding. She never pushed — she walked beside me. I'm a different person than I was a year ago."
Common Questions
Answers to the questions I'm asked most often before a first session.
Yes. All sessions can be conducted fully in English, online or in person at the practice in Türkiye.
Yes. Secure video sessions are available for clients anywhere in Türkiye and abroad, with the same structure and confidentiality as in-person sessions.
Individual sessions last 50 minutes. The first session is an intake session where we explore your goals and decide together how to proceed.
Yes. Sessions are strictly confidential in accordance with professional ethics and Turkish data-protection law (KVKK). Exceptions apply only in legally required cases, which are explained before we begin.
Simply send a message through the contact form. You will receive a reply within one business day with available times and practical details.
Yes. Many clients are expats, students and professionals living in Türkiye or abroad. Online sessions make therapy accessible regardless of location.
Take the First Gentle Step
You don't need to have it all figured out before you write. A short message is enough — we'll take it from there.